Divorces rose as the pandemic put families under unforeseen new pressures last year, and now the usual post-Christmas wave of break-ups has begun.
A new law making it quicker and easier to divorce was passed in the summer and will take effect later this year, but it's still important to sort out marital finances properly rather than rush through it.
Money experts offer tips on doing this fairly and explain the risks to avoid below.
Break-ups: A new law making it quicker and easier to divorce will come into effect later this year, but there is no date scheduled yet